Catechism for Young Children · Question 137 of 145

Did Christ remain in the tomb after his crucifixion?

A.No; he rose from the tomb on the third day after his death.

What does this answer mean?

Christ did not remain in the tomb: he rose on the third day after his death. The resurrection is the heart of the Christian hope, and Easter and every Lord's Day remember it. Because Christ rose, death is defeated for all who trust him.

What can we ask our children?

  1. Did Christ stay in the tomb?
  2. On what day did he rise?
  3. Who found the tomb empty?

Can I print this question?

Yes. Every printable here is free for home, church and co-op use. Press Print on any of these pages for a clean sheet.

Text: Catechism for Young Children: Being an Introduction to the Shorter Catechism, Presbyterian Board of Publication (copyright entered 1840). Public domain (1840).

Checked against a second edition on November 15, 2026. Explanation and questions by Household Theology Press. Last updated November 15, 2026.